Fortifications on the Caribbean Side of Panama: Portobelo-San Lorenzo
Fortifications on the Caribbean Side of Panama: Portobelo-San Lorenzo, Military fortifications in Colón Province, Panama.
The fortification complex consists of ten defensive structures spread across the Caribbean coast, featuring massive coral stone walls and strategic artillery positions.
Between 1596 and 1668, the fortifications endured multiple attacks from pirates, including attempted sieges by Francis Drake and Henry Morgan.
The structures demonstrate the evolution of Spanish colonial military architecture from medieval to neoclassical design principles over two centuries.
Visitors can reach Portobelo fortifications by road from Colón City, while San Lorenzo requires additional arrangements through local tour operators.
The complex includes the San Lorenzo Fort, positioned at the mouth of the Chagres River, which later served as both a post office and prison.
Location: Colón Province
GPS coordinates: 9.55389,-79.65583
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:36
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